Nice quality firm handle but the hairs are coming out a little too quickly for me. Will be interesting to see how long this brush last. I've only had it about 2 weeks, I like how it applies the soap and hope that it lasts. I hope the bristles that are falling out stop doing so. I would be willing to pay a little more for a brush that did not allow the bristles to fall out every time you use it. This is my first shaving brush so time will tell.